Do you have to renounce your current citizenship for Parent-IS-citizen naturalization (2-year)?

Yes — renouncing your current citizenship is required for this Iceland route.

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Parent-IS-citizen naturalization (2-year)

Citizenship in Iceland

Eligibility: Parent-IS-citizen naturalization (2-year)
Timeline: T1
Renunciation: Required

Informational summary compiled from primary legal sources — not legal advice. Citizenship law changes; verify with the competent authority before acting. Last verified 2026-05-18.

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